Michelin : Mobivia joins forces with Michelin to drive further growth in A.T.U, Germany's leading automotive services provider.
12 Febbraio 2018 - 5:45PM
PRESS RELEASE
Mobivia joins forces with Michelin to drive
further growth in A.T.U,
Germany's leading automotive services
provider
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Lille
and Clermont-Ferrand, February 12, 2018 - In a bid to drive further
growth in its German automotive services provider A.T.U
(Auto-Teile-Unger) and offer A.T.U customers a continually enhanced
experience, Mobivia - the European leader in multi-brand vehicle
servicing and parts - has joined forces with world leading tire
manufacturer Michelin, which has acquired a 20% minority stake in
A.T.U for a total amount of €60 million.
Mobivia
and Michelin will combine their expertise in their respective
historical markets in order to improve the customer experience and
support the development of A.T.U in Germany, Austria and
Switzerland.
Established in 1985, A.T.U today boasts the largest network of auto
centers in Germany, which is Europe's leading auto aftermarket. The
brand operates 577 auto centers in Germany, 25 in Austria and 6 in
Switzerland.
A.T.U
became part of the Mobivia group in December 2016, thereby
enhancing Mobivia's coverage as a European provider of multi-brand
servicing through its historical brands Norauto, Midas and
Carter-Cash. Mobivia is today the leading auto maintenance and
repair chain in Europe, with more than 2,030 workshops and retail
outlets, more than 20,000 employees and total annual revenue
of €2.7 billion (for the year ended September 30, 2017).
Michelin has over 110 years' experience in Germany and employs more
than 8,600 people in the manufacture, sale and distribution of
tires and associated services in the country. The partnership with
Mobivia is an opportunity for the Michelin Group to expand access
to markets for its products and offer an even richer customer
experience alongside A.T.U.
Olivier Melis, Chief Operating Officer of
Mobivia: "In a changing auto industry, we
believe that partnering with an industry leader will enable A.T.U
to continue the renewal process that it began this year."
Jörn Werner, CEO of A.T.U: "Joining Mobivia set the stage for our transformation.
Michelin's contribution will strengthen our momentum so that we can
sustainably and effectively satisfy our customers, which is one of
our priorities."
Yves Chapot, Executive Vice President
Automotive Business Lines and Asia, Africa, India & the
Middle East regions at the Michelin Group: "Mobivia, the benchmark vehicle servicing specialist in
several European countries, has a track record of growth and
constantly improved quality of service. With more than 110 years'
experience in these countries, Michelin is familiar with the needs
of their consumers and the specific demands of their markets.
That's why we wanted to join forces, to improve the customer
experience and showcase our mobility offerings."
The
completion of the agreement remains subject to the approval of the
competent anti-trust authorities.
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About Mobivia
Mobivia, the European leader in multi-brand vehicle servicing and
parts, brings together companies united by a single mission: making
mobility easier. Every day, through its 33 brands (own brands +
investments in startups) located in 19 countries, Mobivia's 21,000
employees undertake to offer their customers innovative solutions
that meet their mobility needs: making journeys simpler, cleaner
and safer while also reducing their cost.
Today, Mobivia is at the forefront of automotive maintenance and
repair in Europe, with more than 2,030 workshops and retail outlets
under its own brands (Norauto, A.T.U, Midas, Carter-Cash, etc.).
Mobivia is also recognized as the leading player in new mobility
through its business accelerator Via ID which supports
start-ups dedicated to shared, connected and urban
mobility.
www.mobivia.com
On Twitter: @Mobivia
About Michelin
Michelin, the leading tire company, is dedicated to enhancing its
clients' mobility, sustainably; designing and distributing the most
suitable tires, services and solutions for its clients' needs;
providing digital services, maps and guides to help enrich trips
and travels and make them unique experiences; and developing
high-technology materials that serve the mobility industry.
Headquartered in Clermont-Ferrand, France, Michelin is present in
170 countries, has 111,700 employees and operates 68 production
facilities in 17 countries which together produced 187 million
tires in 2016.
www.michelin.com
About A.T.U
A.T.U is the market leader in Germany for automotive service. Since
its establishment in 1985, the company has enjoyed dynamic
development. Headquartered in Weiden i.d. Oberpfalz, Germany, A.T.U
operates over 600 branches across Germany, Austria, and
Switzerland, and has approximately 10,000 employees.
The A.T.U business model is based on a combination of master
workshops and integrated motorists' shops. At all of its locations,
A.T.U offers a broad range of mobility related accessories and
spare parts of OEM quality.
As it is independent of any brands, A.T.U can offer product
solutions which are adapted to the individual customer's needs. The
A.T.U master workshops are equipped with state-of-the-art
technology and offer comprehensive service, maintenance, and repair
services, including Smart Repair, an innovative paintwork repair
system, along with its vehicle glass service, for all
brands.
www.atu.de
Contacts
Mobivia
Alexandra Schiltz
Communication Manager
+33 (0)6 26 71 36 41
aschiltz@mobivia.com
Michelin
Investor Relations
Valérie Magloire
+33 (0) 1 78 76 45 37
+33 (0) 6 76 21 88 12 (cell)
valerie.magloire@michelin.com
Edouard de Peufeilhoux
+33 (0) 4 73 32 74 47
+33 (0) 6 89 71 93 73 (cell)
edouard.de-peufeilhoux@michelin.com
Matthieu Dewavrin
+33 (0) 4 73 32 18 02
+33 (0) 6 71 14 17 05 (cell)
matthieu.dewavrin@michelin.com
Humbert de Feydeau
+33 (0) 4 73 32 68 39
+33 (0) 6 82 22 39 78 (cell)
humbert.de-feydeau@fr.michelin.com
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Media Relations
Corinne Meutey
+33 (0) 1 78 76 45 27
+33 (0) 6 08 00 13 85 (cell)
corinne.meutey@michelin.com
Individual Shareholders
Jacques Engasser
+33 (0) 4 73 98 59 08
jacques.engasser@michelin.com
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